Which statement describes 'prospective' when referring to a candidate?

• A. currently employed
• B. likely to become in the future
• C. past or historical
• D. outdated

Answer: (B)

Prospective describes something likely to happen or exist in the future. When we talk about a candidate, a prospective candidate is someone who might become a candidate later—someone who is being considered as a potential hire rather than already holding the position. In hiring, you’ll hear about prospective employees as people who could apply or be recruited in the future, not those who are currently employed. This is different from currently employed, which refers to the present job holder; past or historical describes what has already happened; and outdated means no longer in use or relevant. So the best fit is a description of someone who is likely to become a candidate in the future.